Ghosts of Christmas Past: A Haunted Holiday Stroll Step into Salem’s haunted holiday history with Ghosts of Christmas Past: A Haunted Holiday Stroll, a captivating 2-hour walking tour that blends Victorian ghost stories, ancient Yuletide traditions, and Salem’s fascinating relationship with Christmas—from Puritan bans making it illegal to celebrate, to the ghostly tales once told around Victorian firesides. Presented by … Read More
Christmas at The Gables
There’s no better way to get yourself in the festive spirit this Christmas season than a special Christmas tour of The House of the Seven Gables!
Where the Ocean Meets the Craft: The Sea Wych Salem Story
Tucked away on the second floor of historic Derby Square, The Sea Wych Salem isn’t just another metaphysical shop in a city famous for witchcraft—it’s something distinctly different. Step inside and the first thing you notice isn’t the display cases or the merchandise. It’s the scent: earthy, salty, layered like the ocean itself. Then comes the feeling: an unexpected calm, … Read More
Beyond October: How Haunted Happenings Magazine Keeps Salem Connected 365 Days a Year
Walk into almost any restaurant, shop, museum, or hotel in Salem, Massachusetts, and you’ll find it: a vibrant, full-color magazine filled with event listings, business spotlights, and the iconic walking map that’s been guiding visitors through the Witch City since 1981. Haunted Happenings Magazine isn’t just another tourism publication—it’s the heartbeat of Salem’s business community, and publisher Aimee Chouinard is … Read More
From Happy Accident to Holiday Tradition: The Witch City Wicks Story
Some of the best businesses start as happy accidents—a creative hobby that unexpectedly transforms into something magical. That’s precisely how Witch City Wicks came to be, and thirteen years later, this gothic candle company has become an essential part of Salem’s downtown charm and a driving force behind the city’s holiday celebrations. As a Premium Partner in this year’s Holiday … Read More
Holiday Happenings: Salem’s Next Magical Season Starts Soon!
Your complete guide to holiday shopping, festive events, and seasonal magic in downtown Salem The leaves have fallen, the jack-o’-lanterns are packed away, and something new is stirring in downtown Salem. This isn’t just another holiday season—it’s the inaugural year of Holiday Happenings, your one-stop guide to everything that makes Salem magical from late November through New Year’s. Think of … Read More